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Your guide to every team’s running plans and when each driver will be on track at the final F1 2026 pre-season test in Bahrain
The 2026 Formula 1 pre-season is coming to an end with the second Bahrain test this week, crucial for teams to fine-tune their new cars before the Australian Grand Prix in March.
Each driver will participate in the February 18-20 test in Bahrain, with some teams choosing to split days between drivers while others opt for a single driver per day.
Team test plans are subject to change depending on run strategies and unforeseen circumstances, but the initial schedule for the test is outlined per team.
Aston Martin will see Lance Stroll and Fernando Alonso taking turns on Wednesday, Alonso on Thursday, and Stroll on Friday, while Mercedes, Red Bull, Ferrari, Williams, Racing Bulls, Audi, Alpine, and Cadillac still have unconfirmed driver line-ups for the test.
The day-by-day breakdown includes drivers like Stroll, Ocon, Gasly, Alonso, Bearman, and Colapinto showcasing their readiness on track across the three testing days in Bahrain.
